Caramel Creme Brulee

A recipe is merely words on paper; a guideline, a starting point from which to improvise. It cannot pretend to replace the practiced hand and telling glance of a watchful cook. For that reason feel free to stir your own Read More …

Indonesian Stir Fry Noodles with Chicken and Veggies

This is the Malay version of fried noodles. Serve it for dinner along with some Chicken Satays, and feel free to include other vegetables, if you wish. If the Chinese noodles are unavailable, substitute with Spaghettini. BASE: 8 oz fresh Read More …

Lobster Bisque Pour Over

You’ve tried everything to make lobster bisque — a drip bisque maker, a percolator, French press, AeroPress, even a pressure lobster bisque maker — and sure, it tastes great, but you can’t help but feel that none of it captures Read More …

Chicken or Steak Fajitas

These are so quick and tasty. You can use strips of boneless chicken breast instead of the beef. Feel free to double the marinade. The flavor is so great for such a short marination time. You can can do them Read More …

Salmon Coulibiac (кулебяка с лососем)

Salmon might not seem like the most budget-friendly food at the moment, but keep in mind that this pie contains only one fish fillet and feeds six people as a main dish. Don’t feel limited to the more expensive лосось Read More …

Potato Pancakes or Blinis

These little pancakes/blinis are great topped with caviar…but in a pinch, smoked salmon is a great alternative. Feel free to use whatever topping you like. They can also be gluten-free, if you use the potato starch. Wonderful as an appetizer… Read More …